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How to Get from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to War Remnants Museum

Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) is about 6.8 km north-west of the War Remnants Museum in central Ho Chi Minh City. Depending on traffic and transport choice, the journey takes roughly 11 minutes by taxi or private transfer, and 40–75 minutes by public bus.

✓ Verified Oct 30, 2026 • 6.8 km road distance

Private Airport Transfer

Door-to-Door
11 mins •On Request, 24/7
€9 - €12 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: 2 Bags Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. After exiting baggage claim in Terminal 2 (international) or Terminal 1/3 (domestic), look for your driver in the arrivals hall or follow the meeting-point instructions in your booking.
  2. If you booked online, the driver tracks your flight and waits in the designated pickup area; contact the provider via app if needed.
  3. Confirm the destination address 28 Vo Van Tan, District 3 (War Remnants Museum).
  4. Ride directly to the museum entrance; the journey normally takes about 11 minutes without heavy traffic.
  5. Pay by card online or in the car depending on booking; no need to handle VND.
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Official Metered Taxi

Metered
15 mins •Available 24/7 at Official Queue
€5 - €8.50 (Metered)
Luggage: 2 Bags Fit in Trunk
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Follow signs to the official taxi queue outside Arrivals (T1, T2, or T3).
  2. Choose a metered taxi from Vinasun, Mai Linh, or Green SM; ignore touts.
  3. Tell the driver "Bao Tang Chung Tich Chien Tranh" or show the address 28 Vo Van Tan, District 3; ask to use the meter.
  4. The ride is about 6.8 km; expect 15–30 minutes depending on traffic.
  5. Pay in VND (small notes) or by card if the taxi has a POS; confirm the total and any airport fee.

Bus 109 via Nam Ky Khoi Nghia

Best Value
40 mins •Runs Until Late Evening
€0.20 - €0.70 (Cash Fare)
Luggage: Limited Space; Small Bags Only
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. From Terminal 2 (international) or Terminal 1, take the free inter-terminal shuttle to Terminal 3 (T3); if you are already at T3, skip this.
  2. At T3 Arrivals, find the bus 109 stop (signs to Phuong Trang/Ben Thanh).
  3. Board bus 109 and pay the conductor in small VND notes (fare below 20,000 ₫).
  4. Ride toward District 1; ask to get off on Nam Ky Khoi Nghia near Vo Van Tan / War Remnants Museum.
  5. Walk about 5 minutes to the museum entrance at 28 Vo Van Tan.

City Bus 152 via Ben Thanh

Cheapest
70 mins •Roughly 05:15 - 19:00
€0.20 (Cash Fare)
Luggage: Limited Space; Extra Fee May Apply
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. From Terminal 2 (international) or the domestic area, find the bus 152 stop outside Arrivals.
  2. Board bus 152 and pay a small cash fare (about 5,000–6,000 ₫) to the driver/conductor.
  3. Ride for about 50–70 minutes through the city to Ben Thanh Market.
  4. Get off at Ben Thanh Market / Pham Ngu Lao area.
  5. Walk about 15–20 minutes to the War Remnants Museum: head north on Le Loi or Nam Ky Khoi Nghia toward Vo Van Tan.

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⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

  • Ignore touts inside arrivals and only use official taxi queues or app pickup zones.
  • Insist the taxi driver uses the meter and confirms the total before leaving; prepaid counters inside the terminal are usually pricier.
  • Small VND notes are essential for bus fares; drivers rarely give change for large notes.
  • If using Grab or Green SM, follow the designated pickup zone signs; do not accept rides from drivers who approach you outside the app.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a direct bus from SGN to War Remnants Museum?

No direct bus stops at the museum. Bus 109 from Terminal 3 runs along Nam Ky Khoi Nghia; get off near Vo Van Tan and walk 5 minutes. Bus 152 to Ben Thanh Market requires a 15-20 minute walk.

What is the cheapest way from SGN to War Remnants Museum?

The ordinary city bus 152 costs about €0.20 (5,000-6,000 VND), but it is slow, runs only until about 19:00, and includes a walk from Ben Thanh Market.

How much is a taxi from SGN to War Remnants Museum?

A metered taxi from the official queue is roughly €5-€8.50 (150,000-250,000 VND). The journey usually takes 15-30 minutes depending on traffic.

Can I pay by card on the bus?

No, airport buses require cash in small VND notes. ATMs are available at the airport before you exit.

How long does it take to get from SGN to War Remnants Museum?

By private transfer or taxi about 11-30 minutes; by bus 109 about 40-50 minutes; by bus 152 about 60-75 minutes including the final walk.

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